to Smarter Networking ( Series)

What You'll Learn
Contents
Introduction: Building a Smarter Network
Section One: Why You Need to Network, Even If You're Not Job Hunting
	1: A Smarter Way to Network
	2. Learn to Love Networking
	3. How Leaders Create and Use Networks
	4: How to Create Your Own Career Luck
Section Two: Great First Impressions
	5. Eight Questions to Ask Someone Other Than "What Do You Do?"
	6. How to Perfect an Elevator Pitch About Yourself
	7. Three Ways to Pitch Yourself in 30 Seconds
	8. The Right Way to Brag
Section Three: Connecting at Conferences and Events
	9. How to Network Better at Conferences
	10. Tips for Navigating a Room Full of Strangers
	11. How to Plan Your Own Networking Event
Section Four: Networking to Land a Great Job
	12. How to Get the Most Out of an Informational Interview
	13. How to Reach Out to a Recruiter
	14. How to Find a Great Job Using the Strength of Your Weak Ties
Section Five: Networking to Do Your Job Better
	15. The Best Way to Network in a New Job
	16. Start Networking with People Outside Your Industry
	17. Make Yourself Sponsor-Worthy
	18. How to Diversify Your Professional Network
Section Six: Remote, Virtual, and Social Media Marketing
	19. How to Tell Your Story on LinkedIn
	20. What to Say When You're Reaching Out to Someone on LinkedIn
	21. The Best Ways to Use Social Media to Expand Your Network
	22. How to Ask for an Email Introduction
Section Seven: Overcoming Distinct Networking Challenges
	23. The Secrets of Successful Female Networkers
	24. Remote Networking as a Person of Color
	25. Making Time for Networking as a Working Parent
	26. How to Network Across Cultures
	27. Networking Skills for Professionals from Underrepresented Backgrounds
Section Eight: Avoiding Networking Burnout
	28. How to Keep Networking from Draining You
	29. Five Ways to Say No to a Networking Request
Section Nine: Sustaining Your Network over the Years
	30. How to Maintain Your Network over the Long Haul
	31. How to Reach Out After Losing Touch
Index